Paonti - Jagadhri, Yamunanagar
Paonti is a village situated in the Jagadhri tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagadhri and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Yamunanagar. Pounti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paonti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paonti is 057655. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 135003 pincode. Jagadari is the nearest town.
Paonti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagadhri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paonti
As per Census 2011, Paonti village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 309 males and 249 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paonti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 309 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 120 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 241 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 68 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Paonti
Paonti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paonti
Paonti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yamunanagar to Paonti is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paonti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paonti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paonti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paonti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paonti
Where is Paonti located?
Paonti village is located in Jagadhri Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paonti?
The Gram Panchayat of Paonti is Pounti.
What is the pincode of Paonti?
The pincode of Paonti is 135003.
What is the population of Paonti?
Paonti has a total population of 558, including 309 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Paonti?
There are 107 households in Paonti.
What is the literacy rate in Paonti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paonti is 68.10%. Male literacy is 77.99% and female literacy is 55.82%.